Contemporary House of the Tree, Shenzhen, China

Shanghai-based architectural practice Kokaistudios have designed the House of the Tree penthouse on the 48th and 49th floor of a residential tower in Shenzhen, China.

According to the architects: The contemporary apartment, located at the 48th and 49th floor of a high-end residential tower in Shenzhen, China, is a penthouse designed with the concept of ‘living between the city and the nature’ offering a modern lifestyle with luxury and relaxation. A large-scale of architectural modification applied to the original layout of the contemporary Shenzhen penthouse.

“The finished result is as an example of Kokaistudios vision of luxury living with timeless-chic taste; defined by a connection to nature, a connection to fine materials and craftsmanship, while meeting the demands of a modern way of living.”

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